Learning to play classical, electric or acoustic guitar, bass and music theory

From 15 £ /h

Online classes of classical, electric or acoustic guitar, bass, Venezuelan cuatro, music theory, rhythmic or harmony. Beginner-intermediate-advanced. (Skype-Zoom-Meet). 12 years of musical experience.

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Do you have a musical instrument at home and do you always wanted to learn to play it?
Are you not sure where to start?

I can help you, I am Sergio and I have 12 years of experience in the musical area. I am a student of music education at the (UPEL) Universidad Pedagógica Experimental Libertador Miranda José Manuel Siso Martínez and the Conservatory Lino Gallardo as a classical guitar interpreter. Furthermore, I also have experience teaching online classes via Zoom, Skype or Google Meet. If you think your level is beginner, intermediate or advanced, I can help you in your musical development. More than learning to play songs, musical art is a discipline and its own language that helps interdisciplinary in other areas of learning.

° Classes:
-Classic/Acoustic guitar.
-Electric guitar.
-Bass.
-Piano/Keyboard.
-Music theory.
-Solfeggio.
-Rhythmic and movement.
-Harmony.
-Venezuelan cuatro.

Extra information

Bring your own instrument

Location

Online from Colombia

About Me

I'm Sergio, I live in Venezuela, Caracas. I am a music teacher, I play classical and electric guitar, bass, piano and cuatro venezolano, I speak English with fluency, I am also learning more languages by myself Esperanto, Latin and Japanese. I was a student at Libertador Experimental Pedagogical University, Pedagogical of Miranda José Manuel Siso Martínez in the specialty of Musical Education. I am a native Spanish speaker and I love reading books about universal literature. I have extensive knowledge regarding teaching-learning due to my years of experience teaching and studying in college to train as a teacher. I see languages how they are, a way to communicate with other people, which must be lived through meaningful experiences to connect bio-psycho-socially in a student's learning.

Education

(2025) Profesor Mención Educación Musical en la Universidad Pedagógica Experimental Libertador Miranda José Manuel Siso Martínez.
(2016 - now) Ejecutante de Guitarra Clásica en el (Conservatorio) Escuela de Música Lino Gallardo.

Experience / Qualifications

2011-2016 Sistema Nacional de Orquestas y Coros Juveniles e Infantiles de Venezuela, Programa Alma LLanera. Guitarra Clásica.
2011-2016 Guitarra clásica con el profesor Arnaldo Moncada.
2016-2019 Inglés como Lengua Extranjera. Universidad Central de Venezuela, Facultad de Humanidades y Educación, Escuela de Idiomas Modernos, Cursos de Extensión EIM-UCV, FUNDEIM.

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Spanish

Skills

Guitar

Acoustic

Blues

Classical

Electric

Pop

Rnb

Rock

Ska

Folk

Song & varieties

Music theory

Bass guitar

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Availability of a typical week

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New York

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Learning Spanish or English with a foreign language course

12 £ /h

Hello,

I speak Spanish, English and Esperanto. I live in Venezuela, and I'm studying education at the university.

Furthermore, I offer Spanish or English courses. I am a native Spanish speaker. I give school help to children and adults. Not only that, but I help with homework, grammar, vocabulary, writing, composition and conversation.

Methodology according to the personality and needs of the students.

Thank you

Sergio.

Hello,

I speak Spanish, English and Esperanto. I live in Venezuela and I am studying education at university.

I offer Spanish or English courses. I am a native Spanish speaker. I give school help to children and adults, I help with homework, grammar, vocabulary, writing, composition, conversation.

The methodology is according to the personality and needs of the students.

Thank you

Sergio.

Lou-Indigo

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The course that I propose is BILINGUAL FRENCH / ENGLISH, as well as 2 BOOKS.

Age and musical taste are not restrictive when in the program, you can with qualitative daily work (not quantitative) quickly observe your progress.

Here the pleasure of playing music is put forward.

The kind of music you love most will be the focus of the course, their codes and secrets will be the focus of our study, that's what I want to share with you.

We can do technical lessons and simply learn together how to play one or more songs of your choice or mine, enrich your game with this approach and your repertoire!

(For example, We can re-arrange the pieces and make them more original by approaching the system (CAGED), and enriching their chords, resulting in new positions, new techniques and new sounds, using arpeggio techniques rather than strumming for 4-chord pieces, voicing and fingerstyle techniques, in short, expanding the instrument's playing fields and playing skills to keep progressing in your game and improve your rehearsals ...)

If you make a request, this program is obviously accompanied by the pleasure of learning more in theory and being able to directly apply new knowledge on its instrument and identify its common or rare use in the pieces discussed in class.

In this case, the theory is translated to be accessible to anyone, both for those who are connoisseurs and for those who discover everything from absolute zero.
The exercises, songs, and theoretical explanations offered throughout the program are organized in an order of progressive difficulty.

I wrote and produced 2 books of my method to learn the guitar and the music, that I sell to accompany my course and your apprenticeship in the best conditions and so that you can continue the course even at home and to review etc ... .
There is ONE BOOK OF COURSES containing all the theoretical and practical program of the year, as well as a BOOK OF EXERCISE on the ranges and the modes that you can obtain directly.

You can find here an indicative list of objectives that I propose in my theoretical program, which can of course adapt to your request.

The general theoretical objectives of the course:

--- Tuning / tuning and knowing his guitar:
* Standard Tuning
* Drop Tuning
* Open Tuning
* Adjust the optimal tension of the strings
* Adjust the shaft axis
* Adjust the action of the strings
* Choose the strings adapted to the style of play / tuning
* Change his strings

-Know his chords:
* Triads: Fundamental State & Inversions
* Tetrads: Fundamental State & Inversions
* The chord progressions of the Range
* Arpeggio techniques (tapping, sweep, 1/2/4 fing.shape, etc ...)

--- Know his scales and his modes

* The Mode of the Major scale
* 3 Modes of the Minor scale: Natural / Melodic / Harmonic
* Modes of the Pentatonic range: 5 positions
* Modes of the Blues range: 5 positions
Etc ...

--- Technique to the Pick / Plectrum / Tab / Pick (Electric Guitar):
* Alternate Picking
* Fast Picking / Tremolo Picking
* Hybrid Picking
* Palm Mute
* Natural Harmonics
* Pinch Harmonics
* Artificial Harmonics
* Shredding
* Tapping
* Sweep Picking
* Legato Picking

--- Strumming / Hand Picking (Acoustic Guitar)
* "SnareDrum" percussion on the guitar
* Arpeggios pinched with 4 fingers + thumb
* Rasgueado (Flamenco Technique)
* Generic Strumming
* Fingerstyle Picking
* Two-finger picking + Legato for fast melodies (eg a solo)

-Play the metronome
* exercises on click
* practice on song riffs

-Learn his favorite songs
* without thinking about the difficulty, nothing is impossible with the right methodology

-Improvise
* choose ranges and positions
* to place oneself rhythmically, to finish on the judicious notes

-Theory of Harmony
* Understand harmonization and its practice

-Theory on the Melody

-Theory of Rhythm

Camille

4.87

(84)

Folk or classical acoustic guitar.

The teaching philosophy is adapted to the level of each individual, according to the pace of work and motivation.

For example, for beginners: Technique of the plectrum or fingers, coordination and correction of the right and left hand. Learning basic chords, simple themes, simple rhythms, reading tablatures (...).

For intermediaries: development of rhythm, construction of chords, writing of tablatures, basic notions of harmony (...).

Depending on your goals, you can learn, if you wish, to play 60 to 80% of current music from the first lessons, which often use the same chords and the same techniques. The objectives take into consideration the following points:

-Study of various playing techniques, chords, harmony, music of your choice, rhythm, with reading of tablature, teaching structured around the repertoire you like, technique of developing the musical ear
- Discovery of the neck, notes and basic positions of open chords
- Left / right hand coordination and rhythm exercises for the right hand
- Learning of different pieces of your choice
- Left hand control exercises, speed and precision
- Learning arpeggios
- Work around muscle memory
- Learning improvisation, musical play with others
- Ear training: use your ears to find chords, melodies, sounds and techniques used
-Spend a pleasant moment of exchange, without unnecessary institutional pressure, while obtaining concrete results
-Understand and discover the many facets of an exciting and user-friendly instrument
- Benefit from personalized advice on your posture and certain pitfalls to avoid when starting alone
-Adjust and clarify your self-taught knowledge
- Learn tablatures / tabs & in English.

Note :
- Possibility to use the guitar available on site, during the test phase.
- As our teacher is also a singing teacher, it is possible to combine the two disciplines: guitar + vocal instrument, and to work on synchronization, style and accuracy.
- Possibility of offering this course (birthday, party, Christmas, event ...) to the person of your choice.

THE TEACHER :
Trained in Grande Ecole post-preparatory classes & Ivy League university in the United States, our teacher has specialized and has worked for more than 15 years, in Europe and North America, in the field, in renowned international public and private establishments, with careful pedagogy and methodology as the watchwords.

PLACES :
- Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Friborg-Neuchâtel-Montreux-Bâle-Sion-Sierre-Morges-Bienne. But currently, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid. These sessions also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they have the advantages of direct (example: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (ex: loss of travel time), with additional advantages (ex: of notes on the chat, which can be reread afterwards). In this context, these videoconference sessions for which you have requested me, seem to arouse a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). At your request, I therefore continue to offer them.

Frederic

4.87

(84)

A graduate of the Jazz and Classical Conservatory, teaches guitar and bass.

Working method (10 years of experience)

All styles combined (classical, folk, rock, blues, backing guitar, etc.)

Accessible to all levels

Program adapted to the student and to his desires (with or without music theory, composition, technique, reading of scores, rhythm, solos, sound work ...)

Every 10 lessons there is an ensemble lesson to practice what you have learned.

New formula possibility of learning directly in a group, band's coaching

For the little ones (3 to 5 years old), an adapted training and price

Mayssa

4.87

(84)

I offer a comprehensive and progressive program in teaching Eastern singing, designed for beginners and intermediate learners. This program takes students step-by-step from the fundamentals to an advanced level of vocal awareness and artistic performance. It is based on a well-structured academic curriculum that focuses on building a healthy and correct voice, addressing common mistakes, and developing auditory and musical abilities in a profound and lasting way.

What makes this program special?

This training is not just about memorizing songs, but a comprehensive work on the voice, ear, breath, and musical sense, with careful personal follow-up that ensures real and tangible development, no matter what your level is at the beginning.

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Key training topics:

🎶 Singing Eastern Maqams

Getting acquainted with the basic and secondary Eastern maqams

Understanding the structure, feeling, and character of each maqam

Correct maqam transitions

Singing maqam phrases in an academic and auditory style

Applying musical scales within songs

🎼 Solfège singing and auditory awareness

Solfège singing from scratch

Exercises for pitch adjustment and melodic stability

Strengthening musical ear and auditory memory

Distinguishing between correct and incorrect classes

Building auditory awareness that radically prevents dissonance

🎤 Vocal Training

Exercises to strengthen the voice and improve resonance

Expanding the sound space safely

Improved flexibility and control over sound

Working on transitions between layers

Protecting the voice and avoiding strain

🌬️ Breathing exercises and voice support

Learn the correct breathing technique for singing

Breath control during long sentences

Diaphragmatic voice support

Improved stability and sound power

🎵 Singing Arabic songs (old and modern)

Choose songs that suit your voice type and space.

Sing songs by your favorite artist and in the style you love.

Analysis of the song in terms of melody and performance

Working on expression, feeling, and oriental motifs

Build your own unique singing persona

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Methodology used:

A comprehensive initial assessment of your vocal and auditory level

Develop a personalized training plan for each student.

Addressing dissonance problems in a practical and effective way

Correcting the vocal tone step by step

Ongoing monitoring and periodic evaluation of progress

Integrating the academic aspect with practical application

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Who is this program for?

For complete beginners, even without any prior experience

For average speakers who suffer from dissonance or poor vocal control

For amateurs who want to consciously develop their voice

For anyone who dreams of singing with confidence and genuine feeling

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🎧 Extra and premium support

Assistance with audio recording of songs

Technical and artistic guidance to improve recording quality

Helping to publish works on YouTube

Guidelines for building a digital musical presence

Mary

4.87

(84)

Welcome to the music class!

Here, we are gonna discover the wonders of learning an instrument. From reading note letters, implementing a proper form to sight reading a piece, we are gonna learn in our own pace. If you're just learning music now and it feels like there's a lot to understand, don't worry we're gonna start from the basics. I will help you understand music and its elements.

With your dedication and my guidance, I'm positive that we will get a good result!

Martin

4.87

(84)

In my class you learn how to play the guitar either finger style or with a pick (plectrum).
First, you learn the basics, if this is what you need. Then you learn about styles and ways of playing the guitar.
Consequently, you learn how to develop your own style in music and find ways of making yourself and others happy with the means of your guitar!

You also learn how purchase the right guitar and how to set it up for you to be comfortable with.

You save your money on a luthier's shop every month.

You learn the smartest fingerings for any chord changes and scales!

You get to learn the theory in detail so that you fully understand what you play.

You get best deals on guitars from local music stores.

You get to learn how to sightread music and more!

See you soon!
Martin

David

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(84)

I am a Spanish pianist and composer (MMus graduate from Codarts Rotterdam in both directions) with many years of teaching experience, and also very active in performing in various contexts.

I give private piano lessons for all levels and styles (classical, jazz, Latin, new age, pop...), as well as music theory, composition and improvisation lessons. My lessons are distinguished by their dynamics, practical approach and adaptation to the needs and interests of the student.

The lessons (live or online) take place in my studio next to the Maastunnel, where I have a premium stage piano and a top-quality webcam setup.

I speak Dutch at an intermediate level, which is improving every day.

Stephen

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Let's learn music theory at your own pace! Whether you're just starting out or looking to deepen your existing knowledge, my Music Theory for All Levels course is designed to be flexible. I've taught many topics, from the basics of reading music, college level ear-training, Renaissance and Baroque counterpoint, Classical harmonic analysis, Jazz harmony, and 20th century techniques.

We’ll use your prefered music and instruments (or voice!) to make the learning process relevant and enjoyable. Whether you're a curious beginner, a performer looking to refine your knowledge, or a composer aiming for a deeper dive, this course is for everyone.

Natia

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In my piano lessons, you can expect a personalized and inspiring learning experience. I tailor each lesson to suit your individual goals, preferences, and pace, ensuring you get the most out of your musical journey. Whether you're a beginner learning the basics or an advanced player refining your skills, I will guide you every step of the way.

What You Can Expect:

Technical Foundations: We will work on finger technique, rhythm, and sight-reading to build a strong foundation.
Musical Expression: Alongside technique, we’ll focus on musical interpretation and expression. Music is not just about playing notes—it's about conveying emotions and telling stories.
Diverse Repertoire: Depending on your interests, we will explore a wide range of repertoire, from classical pieces to modern works, broadening your musical range.
Regular Progress Check-ins: I will ensure we continuously track your progress, focusing on strengthening your strengths and addressing areas for improvement.
Lesson Goals:
My goal is to ignite your passion for the piano and provide you with the tools to reach your musical aspirations—whether that’s playing for pleasure, preparing for competitions, or refining your technique. Each lesson will bring you closer to your musical dreams.

Brent

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Do you have trouble reading music? Do you love listening to music, but don't understand time signatures, keys or chords? Music theory often sounds abstract, but with the right explanation and concrete examples it suddenly becomes a lot more logical, and even fun :)

For whom?
- Beginner or advanced musicians who want to better understand what they are doing.
- Students preparing for music theory exams (e.g. music school, entrance exams).
- Independent artists/producers who want to deepen their musical knowledge.
- Anyone who is curious about the language behind music.

What can you expect?
- Clear explanation, at your own pace.
- Theory made immediately applicable with examples on the piano.
- Extra attention to insight instead of learning dry rules by heart.
- Tutoring fully tailored to your level and goal (classical, pop, songwriting, production, ...).

About me
I obtained a Grade 8 diploma in Music Theory and also a Grade 8 Piano from the Royal Schools of Music. In addition, I hold a diploma in Audio Engineering from Hofa College. I am active as a music artist and producer myself. Thanks to this combination of classical training and practical experience, I know how important it is to make theory understandable, concrete, and musical. I use my own piano during lessons to clarify everything visually and audibly.

Possible topics:
- Learn to read music.
- Scales, chords & harmony.
- Form theory and analysis (classical or pop).
- Rhythm, time signatures & tempo.
- Music theory for producers/songwriters.
- Songwriting.
- Preparation for exams or entrance tests.

Practical
- 1-on-1 lessons, online or live (if you don't live too far away).
- I provide materials, or we work with what you need.
- No prior knowledge required. Lessons adapted to your level.

🎶 Feel free to send me a message with your questions or goals. We'll see how I can best help you.

Giuseppe

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Classical music has evolved over more than a thousand years into a rich and complex art — one that requires not only passion, but also trained listening and understanding.

In these personalised one‐on‐one lessons, you will develop your ear through:

- Ear training based on integrated solfège and musical harmony

- Essential music theory

- Writing exercises and dictations, with clear guidance on techniques to master them

- Harmonic analysis of your repertoire and other universal or personally relevant pieces

These foundations will help you:

- Grasp the function of musical elements

- Gain a clearer and fuller understanding of music

- Improve your playing and musical memory

- Improve musical reading

- Express music with clarity and confidence

Whether you are:

- An amateur with an intermediate or high level

Or

- A musician aiming to go professional

...these lessons will help you connect more deeply with music, perform with greater accuracy, and enjoy it more than ever.

According to your musical level, I will guide you through short and basic daily exercises using a clear step‐by‐step method:

- Each exercise lasts from 5 to 15 minutes

- Essential to practise regularly for maximum efficiency

- Not overly difficult, but requires a bit of perseverance (just 10 minutes a day) to obtain the best results

📍 Available online and in‐person in Paris (preferable). But a mix of both is also possible.
🎯 Contact me today to book your first lesson and start your personalised programme.

Those who reach a high level of harmony will be able to unlock the next level: Musical form. Analysis tools for advanced students.

Gabriele

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If you already know how to read music and play guitar, these lessons will help you 🎯 improve your technique, posture, and interpretation with pieces chosen specifically for you.

📚 What you’ll learn:
• 🎯 Improve precision and speed
• 🎹 Develop dynamics and different tones
• 👀 Enhance sight-reading skills
• 🎼 Learn intermediate-level repertoire tailored to your taste

🎯 Method:
I adapt the program to your current abilities, focusing on areas you want to improve most. You’ll work on technical exercises, stylistic awareness, and expressive playing, supported by modern teaching tools and clear practice plans.

Lucía

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I hold a Professional Degree in Piano and have several years of experience as a teacher. I offer piano/keyboard lessons at your home in Madrid and online.

✅ All levels, from beginner to advanced.
✅ Flexible hours.
✅ Methodology adapted to each student.
✅ Repertoire chosen based on your goals (classical, modern, chord accompaniment, etc.)
✅ Accompaniment for singers. I'll teach you how to sing and play simultaneously.
✅ Classes for all ages, starting from 5 years old.

Enjoyable and personalized classes, focusing on both technique and musical enjoyment.

Shall we begin? 🎶

Fyllenia

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Hello! My name is Fyllenia, and I am a professional harpist based in Denmark. I have studied music in Greece, the Netherlands, and Sweden, and have performed as both a soloist and orchestral musician in several European countries. I hold a Master of Music degree from the Royal Conservatoire The Hague and have received first and second prizes in international music competitions.
For the past three years, I have been teaching harp to students of all ages and levels, from complete beginners to more experienced players. I tailor each lesson to the student's individual goals and interests, whether you would like to learn classical music, explore different styles, or simply play for the joy of music. I would be happy to support you on your musical journey!

Stephanie

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I am a professional violinist and teacher with more than 10 years of teaching experience, working with students from young beginners through to ATCL diploma level. I trained at the Conservatoire Royal de Liège in the Franco-Belgian violin tradition and currently perform with the Brussels Philharmonic Orchestra.

My teaching combines strong technical foundations with listening, musical curiosity and confidence. Growing up in Hong Kong, I began my own violin studies with the Suzuki Method, and I am now continuing my training in Suzuki pedagogy. I particularly value its emphasis on learning through listening, positive encouragement and developing good habits naturally.

I want lessons to be enjoyable and encouraging, while still giving students the tools to become thoughtful and independent musicians. My experience includes individual teaching as well as orchestras, bands and ensembles, so rhythm, listening to others and making music together are also important parts of my teaching.

Lessons are adapted to each student's age, level and goals, whether learning for enjoyment or preparing for exams, competitions and performances. Previous students have progressed from beginner to ATCL level, with several receiving prizes at the Hong Kong Schools Music Festival.